Per Diem Child Life Specialist (CCLS) — Pediatric Support

Optimum Connect Health Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 6,300 - 8,700; Part time

Job summary

Doral Health & Wellness is seeking a compassionate Child Life Specialist to support children and youth as they navigate medical experiences in the Westchester area and NYC boroughs. This fee-for-service role offers flexible scheduling as a 1099 contractor.

The position emphasizes therapeutic play, family involvement, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team to promote emotional well-being for pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• Certified Child Life Specialist with certification through the Child Life Council.
• Experience working with medically fragile pediatric patients preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group sessions to support children coping with healthcare experiences.
• Design and implement therapeutic programs for emotional and developmental needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain detailed records of therapy sessions, progress, and outcomes.
• Foster a safe, nurturing environment for healing and coping strategies.

Skills

CCLS certification

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate care

Job description

Doral Health & Wellness is seeking a compassionate Child Life Specialist to support children and youth as they navigate medical experiences in the Westchester area and NYC boroughs. This fee-for-service role offers flexible scheduling as a 1099 contractor.

The position emphasizes therapeutic play, family involvement, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team to promote emotional well-being for pediatric patients.